Part-Time
Billing Specialist
Perkins School for the Blind
501-1,000 employees
Education and services for blind individuals
Compensation Overview
$21.15 - $29.88/hr
Belmont, MA, USA
Hybrid
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- 2–3 years of experience in billing, receiving, or a similar operational role.
- Strong data entry skills required.
- Associate’s degree preferred.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Google Drive.
- Familiarity with automated order management systems (like Microsoft Dynamics or Workday) is a plus, but we are happy to train the right person!
- Meticulous attention to detail and high-speed, high-accuracy data entry skills.
- Stellar interpersonal skills to collaborate with internal teams and external suppliers.
- A self-motivated "problem solver" who thrives on accuracy and organization.
- Manage the virtual receipt of equipment in the Perkins financial system; physically receive and ship specialized equipment for US Territories.
- Generate customer invoices for the Federal Communications Commission; process supplier invoices for the finance department; and maintain organized electronic audit files.
- Monitor the purchase order log daily, proactively investigating any shipment delays over seven days and coordinating with suppliers.
- Run daily sales journals and create monthly invoices for consumer training sessions.
- Assist the Senior Buyer with purchasing and special operational projects as needed.
- Familiarity with automated order management systems (like Microsoft Dynamics or Workday) is a plus
Perkins School for the Blind provides education and services for people who are blind, deafblind, or visually impaired worldwide. It runs five interconnected divisions (campus school and community services, Perkins International, Perkins Solutions, Perkins eLearning, and Perkins Library) that together offer on-site schooling, global capacity-building, assistive technology products and consulting, online educator training, and large collections of braille and audio materials. Its hardware offerings include tools like the Perkins Brailler and the LightAide, paired with online courses, webinars, and professional development to support educators, families, and institutions. The goal is to help children and adults lead productive, meaningful lives by expanding access to education, adaptive technology, and educational resources around the world.
Company Size
501-1,000
Company Stage
N/A
Total Funding
N/A
Headquarters
Watertown, Massachusetts
Founded
1832
Simplify's Take
What believers are saying
- Perkins Access expands voting tech via Clear Ballot partnership.
- Massachusetts portal success replicates nationwide by 2027.
- AmeriCorps program scales leadership training partnerships.
What critics are saying
- AI screen readers from Google obsolete LightAide by 2029.
- Massachusetts portal eliminates voting consulting in 24 months.
- Open-source eLearning content commoditizes webinars immediately.
What makes Perkins School for the Blind unique
- Perkins pioneered braille with Perkins Brailler since 1835.
- Perkins International builds capacity in 67 countries.
- CVI Now leads advocacy for cerebral visual impairment.
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Benefits
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Health Reimbursement Arrangement
Flexible Spending Accounts
401(k) Plan with employer match
Paid Time Off
Education Benefits: Tuition reimbursement day one
Remote Work Options
Hybrid Work Options
Company News
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